Keep in mind this thing is made basically entirely out of metal (it’s extremely heavy for a keyboard) and uses a different mechanism for keys than current mechanical keyboards. Look up what a “buckling spring” keyboard is. Like I said in another comment I managed to get one of these (after a VERY long time from ordering) and it’s definitely not the same as mechanical keyboards you’d buy elsewhere. Satisfying to type on, but super loud (which I like), and a little bit of a weird layout which I think is because of replicating the original Model M/F. If you’re happy with your keyboard there’s no reason to buy this one.

$399 if you'd like keys on your keyboard.

I'm very happy with my Leopold with Cherry MX Clears, having come from a Model M as my first board. Alternatively, at this price point one could put together a very decent custom from a kit + switches + keycaps.

Anything cheaper is mass produced, and there's not a big enough market to mass produce these, so we are stuck with bespoke prices. Not many choices if you want a steel case!

These do look pretty nice. But yeah my Das Keyboard was $200. Lasts a long time too, I've had it for 6 years now.

According to the site the original Model F retailed for $395 in 1980 - almost a grand if adjusted for inflation.